Learning is directly linked to Oracle DBA career growth. You need to learn lots of information to keep yourself up-to-date in your respective field. Otherwise, you face the danger of becoming outdated in a world where knowledge is so dynamic that it keeps multiplying on a daily basis.
However, can you afford a convenient time to learn all the information or skills you need? No, you cannot, especially in workplaces where work schedules are usually very tight. It is, therefore, imperative that you acquire effective learning skills and strategies whereby you learn as much as you can in the least time to the greatest effect.
Here are a few suggestions:
Examine your Learning Habits
Knowing what kind of a learner you are can help you decide on suitable learning tools. Besides, you can put those tools to good effect. When the tools you use to learn the concept support your natural learning style, it will not only speed up your learning but also make it very effective and sustainable.
Avoid the Rote Method
Repeating a particular piece of information to yourself without understanding its meaning may not help you remember it in the long run. That means your learning is futile and transitory. Avoid this kind of learning style, lest it should waste your time.
Make Connections
Always connect what you are learning now with your previous knowledge. This will make a strong impact on your subconscious brain and facilitate your quicker grasp of the subject, besides also helping you remember it for long.
When learning bits of information like words in a language, try to put group them and learn in clusters. Done this way, you can relate to them easily and recollect them fast.
Practice What you Learn
When you learn a new concept, you may not always find a connection with your previous knowledge. In such situations, put it into practice in real time and find someone to share and discuss what you have learned. This will deepen your understanding of the concept and help you learn faster. Remember: two heads are always better than one.
Learn in Short but Routine Sessions
Set reasonable goals and proceed. Don’t extend your learning sessions beyond your limits. Long learning sessions can slog your brain and you won’t recall much. So, break your learning material into meaningful bits and learn. Set aside a particular time to pursue your learning. However, see that your mental energy is in a higher state during that time to expedite your learning.
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